Enterprise Architect Jobs

Explore Enterprise Architect jobs for experienced technology leaders who connect business strategy with effective, scalable technology systems. Enterprise Architects guide organizations through complex decisions about applications, data, infrastructure, cloud platforms, and security. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, where listed professional roles pay $100,000 or more.

What Does an Enterprise Architect Do?

Enterprise Architects develop and maintain an organization-wide view of its technology landscape. They work with business and technology leaders to understand goals, assess existing systems, and create architecture roadmaps that support growth and change. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on solution and application design, cloud adoption, data architecture, integration, cybersecurity, or technology governance.

Common Enterprise Architect Responsibilities

  • Align technology architecture and investment with business objectives.
  • Develop target-state architectures, standards, principles, and roadmaps.
  • Evaluate platforms and recommend approaches for modernization and integration.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product, security, operations, and executive teams.
  • Assess architectural risks, technical debt, scalability, and compliance needs.
  • Communicate complex technical options and tradeoffs to diverse stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for extensive experience across technology domains, strong systems thinking, and the ability to influence without relying on direct authority. Relevant skills may include cloud architecture, enterprise applications, data platforms, APIs and integration, security principles, architecture frameworks, and portfolio planning. Clear communication, stakeholder management, and business acumen are also central to success. Requirements vary by employer and industry.

Enterprise Architect Career Opportunities

Enterprise Architects work across industries such as financial services, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, retail, and government. Career paths may lead to chief architect, architecture practice leader, technology strategy executive, or other senior technology leadership positions. Explore Enterprise Architect openings on Ladders to find vetted roles with compensation of $100,000 or more and identify opportunities that match your expertise and career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Drive security excellence by designing and implementing robust security architectures across products and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish best practices and ensure...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of enterprise integration by leading the design and delivery of scalable solutions using webMethods. Drive architecture strategy and governance while mentoring teams to ensure secure...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading teams through all phases of design and delivery. Foster client relationships and ensure project excellence while managing schedules, budgets, and quality standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $110K *

Transform project delivery by leading teams through all phases of architectural design and execution. Build strong client relationships while ensuring quality, schedule adherence, and financial perfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to manage multiple early childhood education projects nationwide. Oversee project scope, budgets, and schedules while ensuring client satisfaction and efficient execution. Collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Advance enterprise-wide integration efforts by designing innovative M365 architectures, driving modernization strategies, and leading technical assessments to enhance organizational efficiency and col...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of federal financial systems by leading architectural design and integration strategies. Leverage your expertise in compliance and cloud technologies to drive mod...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Engineer innovative ecommerce solutions by leading the architecture and technical strategy for Salesforce Commerce Cloud. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance digital platforms and deliv...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Manage large-scale technology programs in an application support environment. Collaborate with teams to define project scope, deliverables, and timelines while leveraging Agile methodologies and advan...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $144K *

Shape the future of architectural engineering by delivering innovative designs for industrial and commercial buildings. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and compliance while...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Lead the modernization and sustainment of a critical defense procurement platform, ensuring technical integrity, performance, and security across multiple applications while implementing innovative so...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career with a dynamic role focused on frontend development, user experience, and secure web applications. Collaborate on innovative projects, leveraging modern frameworks and design pri...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise systems diligence and value creation engagements, assessing technology, processes, and infrastructure to drive operational excellence and strategic insights for investors and manag...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and oversee large-scale GCP migration programs, driving the full lifecycle of cloud transformation initiatives while managing multiple stakeholders and ensuring seamless application migration wit...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive end-to-end technical delivery of mainframe applications, ensuring quality and performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to design robust solutions while mentoring developers and optimizing exis...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive end-to-end technical delivery of mainframe applications, ensuring quality and performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into solutions while mentoring developers and o...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive improvements in DAM and metadata discipline to enhance content search, reuse, and localization. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective implementation and delivery efficiency, while adhering...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the design and implementation of quantum-resistant cryptographic architectures across diverse platforms, ensuring compliance with NIST PQC standards while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by supporting enterprise business systems through data migration and CRM transformation. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure data integrity and drive successful Salesforce i...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion quality assurance by architecting automated testing frameworks that enhance software delivery, reduce manual efforts, and foster a culture of excellence through continuous improvement and rap...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by architecting scalable Salesforce solutions, developing custom logic, and integrating AI tools to enhance workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing insurance processes through expert SAP FS-CD configuration and quality assurance. Lead initiatives in requirement gathering, system integration, and testing t...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving large-scale technical programs across cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between strategic objectives and engineering execution while managing risks and stakeholder...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate user experiences by developing high-quality Angular applications. Take ownership of the UI workstream, translating business needs into scalable, maintainable solutions while collaborating with...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the implementation of AI-powered solutions, collaborating with clients to deliver high-quality, production-ready systems. Engage in hands-on engineering and support scalable deployments while ens...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Enterprise Architect do?question toggle

    An Enterprise Architect aligns an organization’s technology landscape with its business strategy. The role typically involves setting architecture direction, creating roadmaps, evaluating platforms, and coordinating decisions across business and technology teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Enterprise Architect jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek substantial experience in technology architecture and broad knowledge of areas such as cloud, applications, data, integration, and security. Communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management are also important. Specific requirements differ by role.

  • How much do Enterprise Architect jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore opportunities at that compensation level.

  • What is the difference between an Enterprise Architect and a Solution Architect?question toggle

    An Enterprise Architect typically guides architecture across an organization or major business domains, while a Solution Architect generally designs the technical approach for a specific product, project, or solution. Responsibilities can overlap depending on the company.

  • Which industries hire Enterprise Architects?question toggle

    Enterprise Architects are hired across industries with complex technology environments, including financial services, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, retail, and government.